Health

Yellow Fever and Malaria precautions are required and you will need to present the Yellow Fever card on arrival in Sao Tome. Vaccinations against Cholera, Typhoid Fever and Polio are also recommended but please consult your Doctor before travel. Mosquito Repellent is strongly advised. Water must be boiled before drinking or brushing your teeth.

Language

The official language is Portuguese but there are about 4 versions of Creole spoken. French is widely spoken but little English is spoken.

Currency & Money

The currency is the Saotomese Dobra. Some of the bigger hotels will accept Euros but for taxis, shops etc you will need the local currency. The Dobra cannot be obtained outside of Sao Tome. Travellers cheques can be cashed in the banks against a few. It is recommended to take them in US dollars or Euros. Cheques are accepted from some European banks, namely the big Portuguese banks.

Entry Visas

Visas are required by all non nationals and the passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. Visas are valid for 1 month after arrival. Travellers must pay 50 euros on arrival with an entry letter and on departure 18 euros, this may be subject to change. For more information, you can click here to visit the Foreign Advice Webpage on Sao Tome.

A Traveller's Pocket Guide

Gabon, Sao Tome and Principe, The Bradt Travel Guide by Sophie Warne is an excellent pocket guide detailing historical sites, places of interest and restaurants on the islands.

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